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Novel method and system for monitoring CPV cell and module temperature (2010)
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Adkins, D. (2010). Novel method and system for monitoring CPV cell and module temperature. Conference Record IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference, 1660-1665. https://doi.org/10.1109/PVSC.2010.5616045

This paper presents a novel system for accurate monitoring of photovoltaic cell temperature, allowing the introduction of thermal management strategies critical to maintaining high efficiencies and cell lifetimes. The sensor device outlined consists... Read More about Novel method and system for monitoring CPV cell and module temperature.

Retrofitting suburbia: Is the compact city feasible? (2010)
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Rice, L. (2010). Retrofitting suburbia: Is the compact city feasible?. Proceedings of the ICE - Urban Design and Planning, 163(4), 193-204. https://doi.org/10.1680/udap.2010.163.4.193

This paper examines the role of retrofitting existing suburbs to deliver more sustainable lifestyles. The policy of intensification of existing urban and suburban areas, referred to as a 'compact city' strategy, has been promoted by the UK government... Read More about Retrofitting suburbia: Is the compact city feasible?.

System dynamics and learning: Learning during the product realization chain (2010)
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Tourassis, V. D., & Chatzimichali, A. (2010). System dynamics and learning: Learning during the product realization chain. IEEE International Conference on Systems Man and Cybernetics, 2506-2511. https://doi.org/10.1109/ICSMC.2010.5641930

Global market competition and consumer attitudes, demand a constant flow of new products in the market. Product lifecycles shrink and consequently the pressure for novel products that rapidly pass from the R&D lab to the consumer hands is increased,... Read More about System dynamics and learning: Learning during the product realization chain.

The validation and verification of CFD models of heat transfer and airflow within CPV modules (2010)
Journal Article
Adkins, D. (2010). The validation and verification of CFD models of heat transfer and airflow within CPV modules. Conference Record IEEE Photovoltaic Specialists Conference, 827-830. https://doi.org/10.1109/PVSC.2010.5617190

Simulation models are used for predicting a photovoltaic concentrator's performance. It is desirable to analyse theoretically any given system as extensively as possible before embarking on expensive construction. Calculation of the flow fields both... Read More about The validation and verification of CFD models of heat transfer and airflow within CPV modules.

Mechanics of MEXE method for masonry arch bridge assessment (2010)
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Wang, J., & Melbourne, C. (2010). Mechanics of MEXE method for masonry arch bridge assessment. Proceedings of the ICE - Engineering and Computational Mechanics, 163(3), 187-202. https://doi.org/10.1680/eacm.2010.163.3.187

The assessment of the load-carrying capacity of a masonry arch bridge has traditionally been undertaken using the Military Engineering Experimental Establishment (MEXE) method (or a modified version of this), which has its roots in idealised elastic... Read More about Mechanics of MEXE method for masonry arch bridge assessment.

Use of remediated soil materials for sustainable plant growth (2010)
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Rodriguez, O., Sellers, G., Sinnett, D., Moffat, A. J., & Hutchings, T. R. (2010). Use of remediated soil materials for sustainable plant growth. Land Contamination and Reclamation, 18(1), 25-39. https://doi.org/10.2462/09670513.989

Greenspace is increasingly recognized as a cost-effective end use for brownfield and contaminated sites. These sites are often unsuitable for vegetation establishment, either due to the presence of contaminants, or because the soil is of insufficient... Read More about Use of remediated soil materials for sustainable plant growth.

Overcoming isolation in distance learning: Building a learning community through time and space (2010)
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Croft, N., Dalton, A., & Grant, M. (2010). Overcoming isolation in distance learning: Building a learning community through time and space. Journal for Education in the Built Environment, 5(1), 27-64

The rise in popularity of distance education programmes, taught through web-based media, belies the difficulty in preparing, delivering and studying on such programmes. Preparing and providing quality material and a rich learning experience are key... Read More about Overcoming isolation in distance learning: Building a learning community through time and space.

Cost and time control of construction projects: Inhibiting factors and mitigating measures in practice (2010)
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Olawale, Y. A., Yakubu, O. A., & Sun, M. (2010). Cost and time control of construction projects: Inhibiting factors and mitigating measures in practice. Construction Management and Economics, 28(5), 509-526. https://doi.org/10.1080/01446191003674519

Despite the availability of various control techniques and project control software many construction projects still do not achieve their cost and time objectives. Research in this area so far has mainly been devoted to identifying causes of cost and... Read More about Cost and time control of construction projects: Inhibiting factors and mitigating measures in practice.

The impact of flooding on the price of residential property: A transactional analysis of the UK market (2010)
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Lamond, J., Proverbs, D., & Hammond, F. (2010). The impact of flooding on the price of residential property: A transactional analysis of the UK market. Housing Studies, 25(3), 335-356. https://doi.org/10.1080/02673031003711543

The increase in frequency and severity of flood events in the UK has highlighted the question of the impact of flooding on the value of property. Previous studies in the UK and internationally have measured a wide variety of impacts from no impact to... Read More about The impact of flooding on the price of residential property: A transactional analysis of the UK market.

The modernisation of social housing in England (2010)
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Malpass, P., & Victory, C. (2010). The modernisation of social housing in England. European Journal of Housing Policy, 10(1), 3-18. https://doi.org/10.1080/14616710903565647

This paper outlines a conceptual approach to social housing in market economies that addresses problems with earlier frameworks. Focusing on changes in English social housing in the last 30-40 years, the paper outlines an analytical method of wider a... Read More about The modernisation of social housing in England.

User survey: The benefits of an online collaborative contract change management system (2010)
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Sun, M., & Oza, T. (2010). User survey: The benefits of an online collaborative contract change management system. Journal of Information Technology in Construction, 15, 258-268

The Contract Change Management (CCM) system is an on-line collaboration tool, which supports the contract change management process of NEC (New Engineering Contract) form of contract. It is currently used in practice on a wide range of live civil, po... Read More about User survey: The benefits of an online collaborative contract change management system.